Amy Quote by Rick Riordan
“I want a room decorated with bones!" Dan said. "Where'd they come from?" "Cemeteries," Amy said. "Back in the 1700s, the cemeteries were getting overcrowded, so they decided to dig up tons of old bodies–all their bones–and move them into the Catacombs. The thing is...look at the dates. See when they started moving bones into the Catacombs?" Dan squinted at the screen. He didn't see what she was talking about. "Is it my birthday?”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Lost Hero, Percy Jackson & the Olympians, 2010
A character points out historical bone relocation to the Paris Catacombs, highlighting how dates can reveal hidden stories behind everyday places.
In simple terms: Historical facts can make ordinary settings intriguing.
Key Takeaway
Notice dates to uncover hidden histories.
Themes
history
curiosity
urban legends
archaeology
humor
Mood
intrigued
amused
thoughtful
Type
anecdotal
educational
humorous
When to use this quote
- museum tours
- travel planning
- storytelling
- educational videos
Key Concepts
chronology
cultural practices
mortuary customs
Questions to Reflect On
- What other places have hidden histories revealed by dates?
- How does humor affect our perception of morbid topics?
A Different Perspective
Dates alone don’t explain motives; context matters.
![“The Doctor: This is bad, I don't like this. [kicks console and yells in pain] Never use force, you just embarrass yourself. Unless you're cross, in which case... always use force! Amy: Shall I run and get the manual? The Doctor: I threw it in a supernova. Amy: You threw the manual in a supernova?…” quote by Steven Moffat](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d08/steven-moffat-2328_amy_the-doctor-this-is-bad-i-don-t-like-this_111624.jpg)
